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Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1887-10-21

IN English traveller, who has been in
spectinC certain ancient bcs rcliefs near
Chiasianc, China. in a chapel built in the
second century and lately freed from the
accumulated earth Of ages, reports that
the aim of The Chinese sculptors was
larg ly 70 inculcatc morality Thus a wife
who allowed an enemy 10 cut her head of,
supposing it to be that Of her husband, is
depicted. Another purpose was Ito pic
ture the wild and incredible in nature, and
certainly the view here given Of the mon
stroUs beings which the people Of China
then thought OF as existing in earth, air
and seas is confirmed by the books which
remain from that age. Another prevail
ing aim was 10 bring good fortune 20 the
descendants Of those buried in the tombs
by depicting lucky plants, lucky clouds,
lucky animals, and fayOrably disposed
divinities. These sculptures are supposed
TO he the same that are described in an
antiquarian book written in Chinese, be-
longing TO the epoch 400 B.C.-200 AID,
when has rciefs Of the kind flourished. In
front Of the chapel are pillars carved with
Crotesque doorNeepers in the shape Of
eight headed human tigers, three bodied
human monsters, and other figures de-
signed to keep OF evil spirits.-Frank
Leslie's.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1887-10-21
One of u.rrmnnn,s Tricks.

He then borrowed hat, took n rabbit
from under his coat as he walked away,
and put it into the hat Then he took the
rabbit out OF the hat by the ears. While
the spectators were examining TINT rab-
bit be held the hat close to his breast with
his right hand and put into il another rab-
bit with his left. Then he placed both
rabbits on the table one hiding the other
from the spectators, dropped the latter
rabbit through a trap, rubbed the remain
ing one, and said he had rolled two rab-
bits into one. 4 confederate in the audi
ence had third rabbit concealed in his
inside coat pocket. Hermann came down,
struggled with the man, and pulled the
rabbit out Of his pocket. Hermann re-
turned to the stage, tossed the rabbit in
in the air, placed il on a shelf behind the
table when il came down, made q tossing
movement again very quickly, fired pis-
toll with his left hand, and looked up as
though he had thrown the rabbit into the
flies. Then the curtain came down for On
intermission; and it had NIL been easy
enough TO see through il you knew how
New York sun.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1887-10-21
AN ACTRESS COTTAGE.
what One OF Lotta's Guests Says About
Home HenutIlnl.

Home Beautiful
Above stairs are nine admirably planned
sleeping rooms, well appointed bath
room, ETC. Here the guests Of Lolita and
her hospitahlc mother and brother are
assigned TO luxurious living.
l shall not attempt 10 describe this por-
ton Of the cottage in detail, but n hint OF
what my own room was like may be of
service 10 the reader. The floor is richly
carpcted and felt sure my heaviest tread
made no sound that could be heard in the
next adjoining room. The bedstead, n
generous affair in point OF dimensions, Is
OF massive brass, highly polished and solid
rs rock. The bed proper-welli never
before realized the height and depth OF a
truly luxurious nights rest. Mirrors OF
the finest plate glass reach from the floor
nearly TO the ceiling and lockers, toilet
room, dressing case, soft, huge Longing
chairs, pictures, bric-a-brac perfumery
and even powder and puff are there for the
visitors use There is not the slightest
effort at display, but no absence OF effort
TO make ones lot at Lotta's something TO
be always and pleasurably remembered.
Women Will feel n sort Of pride in know
ing that the architect in fact Of all this
homo beauty is n woman-no other indeed
than Lottas mother, Mrs. NJ \. Crabtrce,
one OF the most energetic and self reliant
women know, rs well as n generous dis
pcnser Of cordial and fine hospitality, in
which latter employment her famous
daughter is an indispensable second
Here" they say to the friend who IS
admitted within their doors, "here is the
key TO your room. Make it yours with
out restraint; retire when the mood takes
you; come down when you choose; eat ut
your own hours and do your best TO be
happy as long as you remain here. We
shall go and come with equal freedom
Tircsome ceremony has no place in this
house."
That, I take It, is the only right way, in
this world at least, 10 make your guests ut
home.
How does the world famed little Lolita
pass the summer? Like n song bird, care
free, FAR from the madding crowd, " in
daily lettering physical health, and always
with rigid regard for rational and temper
ate living. 1t is her habit 10 appear at
breakfast about 8 O'Clock. All, dear ladies,
| wish | could give you some intelligent
notion Of those flowing and softly com
Portable works OF art she calls her wrap
pcrs. but the fact is | haven't an intelli-
gent notion Of them myself, Maybe, how
ever, you can picture them for yourself
Being your sincere well wisher and eager
always to add TO your delight, by my faith!
hope you may. After breakfast little
Chat, a little music, n little change some
times Of dress. and at 10 o'clock on the
minute the coachman appears to take her
and whomsoevcr chooses TO accompany her
for 4 drive Of three hours. At = o'clock
she dimes, and then reads and maps with
unvaryins regularity until the tea hour
y walk in the cool twilight, n little more
chat most likely in the music room)
possibly n modest glass Of champagne, and
IN the stroke Of 10 o'clock good night and
sweet repose.-New York Cor Detroit
Free Press.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1887-10-21
A Single Item for Small Boys.

There are enough shingles sold in Buff
falo every year" said lumber man on
Michigan street, "to supply every father
in the land with am instrument OF physi-
cal punishment IL is estimated that
there are 10000 600 fathers i'm the coun-
try who annually inflict 167, 000. 600 spank
inCs, equivalent 10 mean pressure Of
300, 000,00 pounds, on their somewhat
numerous offspring. Making allowance
Tor the indiscrminatc use Of slippers and
rulers, and the fact that n shinglc rarely
Igivcs ont on one application. IL is safe TO
assume that nearly 1900, 900 arc WON
.1t in This manner every year. buffalo
TnlIrtAr
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1887-10-21
The Grave of Bryant.

The grave Of Bryant is in the Roslyn
village cemetery about a mile AWAY from
Cedarmerc, where the poet lived in sum
mer time and where he wrote some Of
his best songs. The lot is large and
shaded by trees. There are but four
graves in it. that Of the poet and his
wife and their two grandchildren. 4
massive monument Of granite, severely
plain, is in the center II the lot. On one
side it records the death Of Fanny Bry-
ant, the poets wife, who was 1.-THE be
loved disciple Of Christ, exemplary in
every relation Of life, afIectionate. sym
pathetic, sincere and ever occupied with
the welfare of Others" On the other
side there is simply the poets name his
time and place Of birth and death. 80
Brooklyn Eagle.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1887-10-21
Why Longer Groan

With pain and hug the delysion that
nothir g can give you relief There is a
remedy that is greatly pied the relief
of the afflicted. II rel pains and
aches in all forms. ST mu C. lhc digcs
tive apparatus To more perfectly do its
work. so yru " i'll not bc snilci 2 with
Dyspepsia and the long lists of ills, the
Dhrlcra and Camps. IL j. liamilt ns
Jamaica G. ger Tonic and Pain Cure In
Rhcuma Inn Neuralgia, Sta' CT, Bruisc-
Strains etc, amp led eXiernall l. excel.
tent. plscc - aGd 80 cents pr bottle
Sold by y s Webb
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1887-10-21
Asked Mt the Right Season.

Sunday School Teacher-And now you may
ask any question you like.
Little boy in the back row holds up his
hand.l
Teacher-Wcll, what is it, Wllliei
Willic-Bc we eoin' 10 have q picnic this
yeora-Pittsburg Chronicle.
They All Do It-Scariy.
Two li,tle girls Of Z and arc playing to-
gether
"And Your papa, what does lac dog asked
one Of them.
"Whateyer mamma saysn-Tid-DitS
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1887-10-21
Tho Intelligent Agriculturi,t.

"Got any COW bells"
ayes, step this way"
"Those are too small. Haven't you any
largerl'
"No, sir; the largest ones arc all sold.'
Rusticus started Off and got as far az the
door, when the clerk called after him:
Look hero, stranger, take one OF these
small bells for your COW, and YOU won't have
half the trouble in finding her; for when you
hear her bell YOU will always know she can't
be far off"
The farmer bought the bell-Texns Sift-
ings.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1887-10-21
All trains daily. except sunday.

Connections At Toledo with all lines di-
vcrging; az Manhattan junction with wheel
ing X Lake Erie: at Alexis junction with NC,
and T.. ;. X VI. ;; at Monroe junction with
Adrian Branch l.. :. y NJ. 8; AT Dundee with
NJ. n o., ana l., :. VI. =; at Milan Junction
with Butler division ubash, st. J.. & p; at
Pittsheid with Ypsilanti branch l.. ;. & NJ :;
at Ann AIbur with NJ. c.; at South Lyon with
ID. l.. n ", und g. r.; ut Hamburg with NJ. A.
Line division G.. T.: at Howell with d. l.. & N;
at Duiand with c. & G.. T., and ID. & NJ. nj
Owusso junction with ID. & NJ, and VI. c.; 81
mt ~. LOUIS with ID. J.. & ", and ;. V. n It. l.. ;
at \ lima with ID. L. N; at Mt Plcasant With
=. 4. NJ.
W. n. BENNETT, Gen Pass. & Fr't Ag't.
II. W. ASHLEY, Gcn'l Supt.
A. j. DELORME, Agent. Alma.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1887-10-21
Spread the good News

And let every on know the benefits to
he derixrd from the use # Pdrulee's
Blood Purifier. IL thoroughly cleanses
the system from all humorS. 1t j. sure
cure for Sc oiula, Elrsipelas, Chr nc
sores, Tumors. : Ut Rhcuni, and Ill disascs
Indicating an impure condition Of III
blood. Price 81, per bottle ;. h. Webb.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1887-10-21

Omaha Grl-Pa, Mr.. DeNice l.; in thr par
Tor and has jus. asked nlc 10 marry Linn.
Omaha i 'siness Man-Yes, dear, that's all
right, don't bother mo. I'm doing "A LITTLE
figuring.
"Then you conson.f'
"Of course, OF course: there, I've made a
mistake omewhere-nneteen and five arer-
ale is n stranger here and has 10 60 bach
cast soon and wants the ceremony performed
with rs little delay rs possible"
ayes, I'll 10 there-twenty three and seven
are
"Some money he expected did not arrive
and he'd like you 10 indorse q small thirty
day note
"Great Jefrersonl Indorse noto for n
strangerl You must think I'm foolr-
Omaha World.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1887-10-21
ITHACA 10 ST. LOUIS AND ALMA.
ST. LOUIS AND ALMA TO ITHACA.
Connexions.

Detroit with Railroads dverging.
Plymouth-Fliut X Pere Marquette RS.
South Lyon-ToedO. Ann Arbor a G. "a Tr'nk
nv Air Line Div. e.. T. liy.
Neutrality-suspicious. a Grand Trunk Ry.
Lansng-Seg Div. ofM. G. X r.. Lake Shore
x Michigan Southern Try.
Ionia-D.. g.. II. ~ VI. Ry., and Stanton n. II:
Howard City-Grand ltap:ds& Indiana & X
Big Rapids-C. W. NJ. Ry.. and q. II. 4 !. X
East Saginaw-SaC. Div. of VI. e. H. r.: y. &
y. NJ. Ry., T.. II. n, \. r. & H.
j. II. MULLGKEN, Genl Manager.
VA l'""ENTER, Trsfhc Man. Detroit.
Genera iOitCcs Detroit. Mich
W A NALLEAU Agent, Anna.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1887-10-21
IL B. WALDBY & CO.,

Successors to Gratiot County Savings BANK
Transact "A general banking business.
Draw drafts available anywhere in Europe or
America Deposits of SlUO 10 SlOnuo rccclNGu.
and interest allowed on same uhdcr inc Wv" w
NJ the hnnk Money to loan on good rear cs-
tnte security. Collections givcnprompt a'teh
ton. . , ,,.
Il. B. Waldby, DAM. H. oul!lN"h'
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1887-10-21
w a. 6hHLkE,

A TTORNEY at Law. Does "A general law
~ business Trial of causes a specially.
Insurance and Collection.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1887-10-21
EPISCOPAL Gnu
ALMA LODGE, F. g. A. NJ.
G.. A. r..

y1ym. Meyer Post. No. l52. Dep t9t MlSh.' -
w A. r.. meet on 2nd. and 9TH. THURSDAY Oh
each month. -. .,.,,.,,, ,,o,rd
Eff. MOVER ADJ I.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1887-10-21
ISA ~ * i, IL =,
MN. s. IuRCK & CO.

A General Banking Business TRANSACTED
- Dealers ia Foreign ana Domestic ENCh''b'
Special Attention Given To Collections
Nm. Z. TURCk, A. W. WRIGHT, ". - "N""'
: IL sFA,yR C.E. WEBSTER,
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1887-10-21
Professional,
CT. DOWNIE. NJ. D.
9, D. YERIN CTON,

ORA ICING Physician. once hours gto ~
4 n, III, > To- p IN. once IN "cpp bidE
sto G, front rooms up stairs.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1887-10-21

MRS. j. F. TOPPING,

INSTRUMENTAL Music Parties desiring
= lessons, Will do well TO call at nv residence.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1887-10-21
]. II. HUDSON, II. D.
ST. Louis, MicI
AuvrOISN E5N'S.
j. L. CLARK

A TrORNEY and Counselor at Law Alllegal
Il business 10y letter or othersisc, viii Toe
promptly attended to. ONCE IN Opera House
block, up STAIRS
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1887-10-21
John d. SPINNEY.

TTORNEY AT LAW, Solicitor ~ Chanc-
n cry, and Real Estate Agent,
ALMA. GRATIOr Co, MICH
The Baltimore County union. [volume] (Towsontown, Md.) 1865-1909, 1887-07-02
The Increase of Insects.


On this subject, which now interests good
many people, Mr.. John Grebb, ofthis county, writes
as follows to the American Farmer: "Possibly and
we might say probably, no question deserves our
attention at this time more than insects. Almost
from every quarter comes the cry of destruction
of fruits flowers and vegetables by the ravages of
numerous insects, varieties without number.
"Now, then, just here very important ques-
ton presents itself to our notice, viz: Why are we
overrun by these pests so to call them, in short
q space Of time If we would ask some one of ex-
perience, what is or what has been the best means
to check, or keep in bounds, at least the many
enemies of the fruit, flower and vegetable king
doms, what would be the reply? Well, think it
would be something like this: In the first place,
high cultivation, and secondly, the encouragement
of insectivorous birds. We admit that high cul-
tivation and close attention are all the time in
order to be successful, yet great deal more has
to be done, which might be left undone, were it
not for the insects.
"This brings US to consider the advantage of
the insectivorous bird, which has been very much
neglected for the last few years. Why and in
what way we say, and when say ace mean that
am not the only one to notice that the su-called
English sparrow, (which is out of place, as we do
not consider it to be a sparrow at all-only wish
ing that it might be one-fourth as useful as our
native sparrow.) That the English sparrow is
not an insectivorous bird, needs no comment at
all. If it is, why are our orchards and vineyards
being destroyed by numerous insects That the
English sparrow is the means of destroying the
native, useful birds, is also not doubted. Who
has now possession of your bird boxes, that a
short time since were occupied by the pleasant
little wren, which sang SO cheerfully; the blue
bird, the harbinger of spring, with its pleasant
notes or the martin, that was such a welcome
visitor, and many others we might mention? These
were all insectivorous birds. Where are they
now? Who has taken their places The mean,
filthy saucy, noisy, grain eating English sparrow
has possession now, that destroys an insect per-
haps when starved or by accident. And yet it is
commended and encouraged to remain, no matter
what becomes of the useful bird"
The Baltimore County union. [volume] (Towsontown, Md.) 1865-1909, 1887-07-02

In our Furnishing Goods Department we are
selling the braided edge Genuine Mexican Ham,
mocks at Csc. each. We have them in plain white
and fancy colored cords. These goods selling
elsewhere at $3.50. We sell first-rate, strongly
mado Hemp Cord Ham ooks FOR nc. Tou cau-
not buy them in other stores for less than Sl.25.
Now, while we're talking about things in our
Furnishing Goods Department, we'll just say that
this one department of business is really a
store ,oithin store, complete and perfect s its
assortment and variety of goods. We sell more
Mems Furnishings of every description than any
three exclusive stores in Baltimore combined.-
We are Importers, Manufacturers and Buyers, and
sell at prices lin many nstances) less than small
dealers have to pay for their goods. The great
success of our Furnishing Department is fully es-
tablished in the fact that our business in this
branch alone has increased three fold since last
January. Stock includes goods from ordinary up
to the very finest qualities. Shirts, Collars. Cuffs,
Hosiery, Underwear, Neckwear, Gloves, Umbrel-
las, in fact everything that you would expect to
find in first-class establishment, and more too.
MABLEY & CAREw.
The Baltimore County union. [volume] (Towsontown, Md.) 1865-1909, 1887-07-02

From the Baltimore Evening News.'
THE MARYLAND INsTITUTE-THE FINE OLD
BUILDING IN A BRAN NEW DRESS Persons who
have passed by the Maryland Institute lately
have been struck by the transformation in the
appearance of the building produced by the re-
painting of the entire structure in attractive and
tasteful colors One of the officials Of the Inst-
tute stated to NeCs reporter that the renovation
of the building was accomplished by means of
the appropriation recently made by the Mayor
and City Council of Baltimore. The work was
done under the personal supervision and direc-
ton of Mr.. Theodore Oster, inspector of building,
and only the very best material was used. The
paint used was that manufactured by the New
Jersey Enamel Paint Company, the excellence of
which has become known to the public through
the fact that it has been also used upon the Amer
lean and San buildings Ford's Grand Opera
House, the Carrollton Hotel and many other con-
spicuous structures. Mr.. Oster was requested
by the president of the Institute and several of
the directors to use this paint when the appro-
priation was made. He was at first disinclined
to acquiesce in the suggestion, owing to the fact
that he did not believe in ready-mixed paints
His opposition arose from the fact that he had
experienced the worthessness of many articles
put upon the market under the name of ready
mixed paints some of which were limitations Of
the article suggested by the Institute officials,
and none of which were satisfactory to gentle
man SO thoroughly capable of judging the excel
lence of paint as Mr.. Oster. When, however,
his attention had been called to the buildings
mentioned above and he had seen a practical
demonstration of the qualities of this paint, he
consented, with his usual courtesy, to the wish
of those who had urged him to use the article,
and the result has more than equalled the antici-
pations of those who had urged the use of this
paint.
Mr.. C.-P. Knight, No. I'll e. Lombard street,
new number), who is the general agent here,
stated to a Neacs reporter that he had been SELL
ing the paint since 1871, and that in not single
instance had it failed to give satifaction to his
customers He also stated that sample cards
showing the different colors were FURNISHED
gratis, on application to him by mail or in person.
The numerous large buildings upon which the
paint has been used are an ample guarantee of
its exceptional merit, and it will pay anyone who
proposes to do any painting to consult Mr.. Knight
before having the work done.
The Baltimore County union. [volume] (Towsontown, Md.) 1865-1909, 1887-07-02
Miscellaneous.
Miscellaneous.
Mab|ey & CareW's
CHIT-CHAT.

Yes, we will help you to keep cool during these
hot and languid days of Summer. Why are we in
business if it is not to provide for the comfort and
dress of our patrons? You will find marvellous
stock of seasonable goods at store. Light
weights in neatest, most attractive and stylish
patterns, all sizes. Can fit the largest men up to
SO inches breast measure. Summer goods for
Men, Youths, Boys and Children. Materials that
are new and attractive. Better qualities and bet
ter made garments at prices rs to 30 per cent less
than are named by any other concern in Baltimore.
In the line of Summer Goods we keep in stock an
abundant assortment of genuine and imitation
Seersuckers Drap D'Ete, Suitngs in Linen, AL
pacas, Mohairs, Crinkled Coats, Pongee Silk Coat
and Vests, Serge Suits, Linen Duck Suitings,
Light Worsteds, White Vests, Office Coats, Busters,
&c. We couldn't begin to tell you how literally
we have provided for your wants during the sum-
mer season. Well only say you'll not be disap-
pointed for we are bound to have just what you
want. MARLEY CAREw.
The Baltimore County union. [volume] (Towsontown, Md.) 1865-1909, 1887-07-02
Liability of Railroad Companies.

Judge Biddle, of the Court of Common Pleas of
Philadelphia, has rendered an important decision
as to the liability of railroad companies for dam
ages in cases of injury resulting in death. The
act of April A, 1868, limits the liability of rail-
road company to $4,000 in such cases, and in the
suit of Sarah Sweeney against the Philadelphia,
Wilmington and Baltimore Railroad Company
this act was pleaded by the company, the plaintiff
having claimed much larger damages. AS against
this contention of the company the plaintiff set up
the new Constitution, which forbids the Legisla-
ture from limiting the amount to be recovered for
injuries resulting in death. The railroad compa-
ny claimed that as it had accepted the provisions
of the act of 1868 it was not affected by the new
Constitution, but Judge Biddle refused to enter
tain this argument and held the plea of the COM
The Baltimore County union. [volume] (Towsontown, Md.) 1865-1909, 1887-07-02
READ THIS!
RE1AD TF7IOI KEAD IT7IOE hE71D II1A0
Maryland Promotion Of the Mechanic Arts

MRC NEW
The Baltimore County union. [volume] (Towsontown, Md.) 1865-1909, 1887-07-02

From the Baltimore american"
Owing to the want of space, produced by the
great pressure upon our columns in reporting
the proceedings of the different committees rel
alive to the reunion of the Society of the Army
of the Potomac, recently held in Baltimore we
have been unable to call the attention OF our
readers and the public generally to the new
spring dress of THE AMERICAN building, except
to announce we had given the contract to Mr.. y.
p. Knight, No. I'll East Lombard street new
number). The paint used on the building is the
liquid enamel paint, made by the New Jersey
Enamel Paint Company, which has been sold in
this market for fourteen years, and endorsed by
our late Mr. Charles G. Fulton and by many rep
resentative men of our city, such as Mr.. John >.
Gilman, president of Second National Bank Mr..
Jacob Hartman, president Of the Metropolitan
Savings Bank and Washington Fire insurance
Company: Thomas j. Myer, Of Thomas ). Myer
& Co.; J. d. Mallory, of Reuter- y Mallory Arm
strong, Gator & Co. and many others. The selec-
ton and combination of colors were painted on
a drawing of the building and submitted to Gen.
Agnus for his approval in advance of the work,
and we are most happy to say they have come up
to our expectations, and we cordially invite the
public to inspect the same. For seashore work,
which is so very severe on paint, 1T has some
splendid endorsements, and we suggest, for the
benefit of our patrons, to write Mr.. Knight Tor
sample cards and testimonials.
The Baltimore County union. [volume] (Towsontown, Md.) 1865-1909, 1887-07-02
READ THIS F!
Mechanic Arts,
BAIT MORE, NOVEMBER 9TH. 1886.
rom the RaItimore-"American."

itute of the merits of the Liquid Enamel Paint,
stitute Building, am happy to say, after careful
ears rstcass in every particular and fully 1ustl-
JOSEPH NJ. CUSHING, President.
The Baltimore County union. [volume] (Towsontown, Md.) 1865-1909, 1887-07-02

Complete Baseball Outfit, consisting of Bat,
Ball, Belt and Cap, presented with every Suit sold
in our Children's Department
Make our store your headquarters when you
visit the city. Packages checked free at our first
everybody always welcome to examine goods
whether purchasing or not.
Send US your name and address and we will
mail free our interesting fashion book, "Correct
Dress" also rules for measurement and set of
handsomely colored frosted cards.
MABLEY & CAREw,
Baltimore and Light Streets, Baltimore, Nd.
April 2-3m,